Malign and Venerate

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Malign verb - To make untrue and harmful statements about.

Usage example: a candidate who believes that it is possible to win an election without maligning anyone

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Venerate is an antonym for malign.

Venerate verb - To offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power.

Usage example: a proper setting in which to venerate God

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Malign is an antonym for venerate.

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